SACRED RESPONSIBILITIES OF SPONSORS AND GODPARENTS IN THE ORTHODOX CHURCH -- The importance of the Sponsor's role in the sacrament of holy Baptism cannot be overstated. How did the early Church... More > sponsor candidates for Baptism? Who should be a Sponsor? What are the requirements for prospective Godparents? How should parent choose their children's sponsors? What are the duties of sponsors before Baptism? What are the duties of sponsors after Baptism? How can Godparents help raise small children in the Lord? What are the responsibilites of Godchildren toward their Godparents? What about adult converts? What if a sponsor leaves the Orthodox Church? What principles should guide parents in choosing a name for their child? A small book filled with practical help for Godparents, Godchildren, Sponsors, Parents, and candidates for baptism. 56 pages.< Less

THE BATTLE OVER STEM CELLS explains one of the hottest topics in politics and science today to the non-technical reader. What is at issue with embryonic stem cell research? Do the stem cells of... More > embryos show promise of being agents of healing? What about non-destructive, adult stem cells? What is the value of human life before birth? The Bible, the consistent, unanimous teachings of Christianty, and modern scientific breakthroughs are all brought together in this enlightening and timely booklet. Essential reading for anyone interested in the ethical implications of biological research.< Less

On September 11th, +2001, Americans awakened to a global threat which hit home all too tragically. That day was selected by terrorists to begin a new phase of the millenium-old jihad against... More > infidels which was halted at the gates of Vienna on September 11th, 1683. What is a Christian response to such ruthless mass murder in the name of Allah? Who is Allah, and how does he relate to the Christian God? Aren't all religions just about equal? What is it about our culture that offends Muslims? Why do so many of the world's followers of Islam hate the United States? Are terrorists practicing a “fringe form” of Islamic “extremism,” as President Bush told the nation, or are they simply taking the commandments of the Quran seriously? What did Mohammed teach about holy war? What does Jesus say about similar tragedies? Is this great national tragedy a call to retaliation, or to patriotism, or to repentance? These and other timely, important questions are explored in AN ORTHODOX RESPONSE TO TERRORISM.< Less

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